By creating bearings and solutions for everything from industrial applications to vehicles, SKF plays an essential role in our everyday lives. In Q4 2026, SKF intends to spin off its Automotive business and list it as a separate company under the name of SKF Vertevo. A company created to support the future of the automotive market, and to co-drive the future of mobility faster.
This role will be a part of that new company. Would you like to join us, and move people further?
Demand Planner- SKF Automotive Business
The Demand Planner is responsible for developing a reliable demand forecast that serves as the basis for production and inventory planning. This role collaborates closely with Sales, Marketing, Product Management, and Supply Planning to ensure accurate demand signals for automotive bearings and related components.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop short- and long-term demand forecasts using statistical tools, sales input, and market intelligence.
- Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to incorporate promotions, new product launches, and customer-specific forecasts.
- Maintain and improve forecasting models in alignment with S&OP processes.
- Analyze forecast accuracy and identify root causes for deviation; lead continuous improvement initiatives.
- Drive demand consensus meetings and prepare inputs for the S&OP process.
- Monitor key demand planning KPIs (Forecast Accuracy, Bias, Demand Variance).
- Support inventory optimization by aligning forecasts with safety stock policies.
- Coordinate with supply planners to manage supply-demand balance.
- Provide inputs for capacity planning and financial forecasting.
Requirements:
- MBA, Supply Chain/Operations, Business, or related field.
- 5- 9 years of experience in demand planning, preferably in automotive or manufacturing.
- Strong analytical skills; proficiency in Excel, statistical forecasting tools, or ERP/APO/Demantra/Oracle.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience in S&OP and cross-functional collaboration.
You will enjoy working here if you (are/have)
- Communication and interpersonal skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Leadership, influencing and team management skills.
- Results-oriented growth mindset.
- Most of all, are passionate about leading cross functional teams
We emphasize gender diversity and inclusiveness.
If you want to go further
This position will be located in Pune, India. You will report to Head - S&OP, India, who is located in Pune, India. For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Neha Chawda, Talent Acquisition Specialist, by email
[email protected] . Please note that we can't accept applications via email.
Apply with your CV in English throughout the system, no later than 08-21-2026. We will screen candidates continuously, so make sure to submit your application as soon as possible.
If you want to know more about SKF Automotive business, please visit our webpage.
SKF Automotive: Bearings & aftermarket solutions since 1907
Transparency and fairness matter to us
At SKF, we see diversity in our workforce as an asset that supports better business results. We are committed to having a fair and inclusive recruitment process where all hiring decisions are based on objective, job-related criteria, ensuring equal opportunities for all candidates.
To support a fair and transparent recruitment process, the process may include assessments, and before hiring, we may also carry out background checks and verify application information. Any employment offer will be based on the requirements of the role and an overall assessment of the candidate’s qualifications and potential. Our recruitment process may differ from country to country and will always be in line with applicable country-specific laws and regulations.
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